What's the difference between Ethereal Wave and Dear Polly?+
Ethereal Wave is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Liis (2023) dominated by Citrus accords. Dear Polly is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Vilhelm Parfumerie (2015) leaning on Green accords. They share 4 accords: Citrus, Green, Fresh Spicy, Fresh.
Which is better, Ethereal Wave or Dear Polly?+
By community rating, Ethereal Wave scores 4.10/5 vs Dear Polly at 4.02/5. On r/fragrance, Ethereal Wave sits at 7.8/10 (positive) while Dear Polly is 7.5/10 (positive). Ethereal Wave's standout strength: Pleasant white tea and cedar scent profile. Dear Polly's standout strength: Beautiful, unique tea-forward scent with smoky and incense notes. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.
Do Ethereal Wave and Dear Polly smell similar?+
They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Ethereal Wave: Ethereal Wave has generated positive anticipation from the r/fragrance community, particularly among tea fragrance lovers and loyal Liis customers. Dear Polly: Dear Polly is beloved by those who appreciate tea fragrances and find it sensual and well-composed, with excellent performance on some skin types.
Which lasts longer, Ethereal Wave or Dear Polly?+
Ethereal Wave: Moderate projection, not overpowering Dear Polly: Poor longevity: typically 6-8 hours with minimal projection, sits close to skin Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.
Which season suits Ethereal Wave vs Dear Polly?+
Ethereal Wave scores highest for spring wear; Dear Polly scores highest for spring wear. Ethereal Wave leans daytime, Dear Polly leans daytime.
